1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo 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 88 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1979 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1979 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Caprice | Cervo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |