1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Chevelle | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
