1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 28 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, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
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, 2007 Kia Magentis, 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 (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
