1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
