2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
