1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
Because 1977 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 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL, 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1995 Saturn SL has manual transmission. 1995 Saturn SL 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 | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Caprice | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
