1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 251 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |