1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 442 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV6 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
