1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 34 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2010 Citroen C8, 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | C8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
