2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 22 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 822 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Uplander | Caprice |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |