1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 292 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
