1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Ram |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |