1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 28 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 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4020 mm |
