1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Seven. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1968 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Caprice | Seven |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
