1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 626 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caprice | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3410 mm |
