1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 38 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Yaris |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |