1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 10 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 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 13 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | Fourtrak TDX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
