1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
