1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 17 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Caprice | Sharan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |