1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2007 Toyota Sienna, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |