1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 369 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Silverado |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3378 mm |