1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 508 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 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 (333 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Caprice | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
