1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Highlander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |