1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 33 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Caprice | Kyron |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |