1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (145 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda CR-V, 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 (332 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
