1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 31 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, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
