1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 5 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Mustang |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |