1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Vento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 488 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Vento has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Vento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caprice | Vento |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
