1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. 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, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Cerato 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 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
