1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Corvette |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |