1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 869 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |