1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 37 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Avalon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |