1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 36 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Caprice | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2807 mm |
