1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica 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 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Caprice | Indica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
