1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster 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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Envoy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |