1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 22 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 102 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio 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 | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Pregio |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |