1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 35 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Antara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1855 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 |
