1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 32 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2911 mm |