1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 25 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 196 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.
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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Caprice | FX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
