1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 532 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |