1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,732 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 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (476 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
