1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1977 Chevrolet Caprice and 1977 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1977 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1977 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Caprice | 404 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
