1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Capri | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3310 mm |