1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Caprice | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
