1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 24 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 282 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2006 Kia Optima, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Optima |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |