1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 25 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
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, 2008 Kia Sedona, 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
