1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 27 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 314 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
