1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Caprice | Vue |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
