1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2852 mm |
