1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 435 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
