1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 32 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Borrego |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |