1976 Chevrolet Pickup vs. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Pickup would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pickup (407 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pickup | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
