1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 37 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2707 mm |
