1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Chevrolet Caprice 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Camry
Year Released 1976 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 145 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 325 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm


 

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