1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 22 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, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Wind has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Wind 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 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Wind |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
