1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 388 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Focus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |