1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 29 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, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 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 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | H1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
