1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 868 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
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1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Caprice | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2745 mm |