1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 26 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 480 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
