1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 52 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |