1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
