1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, both 1982 Chevrolet Caprice and 1982 Buick Century were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 1982 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 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century, 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.
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1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Caprice | Century |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2664 mm |