1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Caprice | 500D |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |