1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |