1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 195 kg more 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Quantum |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |