1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | CR-V |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |