1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 614 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Starlet |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |