1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caprice | Magna |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |