1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1979 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1979 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Caprice | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
