1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 232 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Corvette 1981 Chevrolet Caprice
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Caprice
Year Released 1985 1981
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5460 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2950 mm


 

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