1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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 (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |