1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 928 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |