1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 362 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Charger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
