1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 31 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 207 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3052 mm |