1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 11 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Caprice | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
