1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
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, 2001 Toyota Verossa, 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Verossa |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |