1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | C2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
