1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 19 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 393 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.
Because 1976 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 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus, 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. (221 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
