1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Ford Corsair

To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Chevrolet Caprice 1967 Ford Corsair
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Caprice Corsair
Year Released 1983 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3753 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2570 mm


 

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