1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caprice | Endeavor |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |