1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster 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 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |
