1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 28 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 196 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
