1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2659 mm |