1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 21 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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 (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Rodeo 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 | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
