1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 362 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry.

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, 2001 Toyota Camry, 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Caprice 2001 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Camry
Year Released 1982 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 88.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1722 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm


 

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