1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 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), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 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.
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1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Camaro |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2852 mm |