1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Caprice | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
