1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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, 1996 Saturn SC, 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 (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Caprice | SC |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |