1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
