1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1667 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |