1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 28 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 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 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Caprice | 44 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
