1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 772 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2008 Lotus Elise 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 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Caprice | Elise |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |