1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 414 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Caprice | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
