1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
