1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 22 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 263 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage 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 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
