1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 1996 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2950 mm |
