1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 497 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Durango |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
