1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 32 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 160 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 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Luxgen |
| Model | Caprice | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1768 mm |
