1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen Xsara, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
