1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 162 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Accord
Year Released 1983 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3753 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 114 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1418 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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