1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 34 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, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Caprice | G |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |