1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 36 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 584 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Prius, 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 (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Prius |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |