1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

To start off, both 1976 Chevrolet Caprice and 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Caprice 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
Make Chevrolet Oldsmobile
Model Caprice Eighty-Eight
Year Released 1976 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 0 HP 109 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2960 mm


 

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