1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 880 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Caprice 1966 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Corolla
Year Released 1982 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3753 cc 1076 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2290 mm


 

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