1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
