1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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, 2005 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Caprice | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
