1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX has manual transmission. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Caprice | SC 100 GX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |