1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender 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 | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Caprice | Defender |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
