1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
