1970 Buick GS vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick GS 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model GS Caprice
Year Released 1970 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5724 cc 4311 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 2030 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2950 mm


 

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