1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G15 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 53 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G15. (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Caprice | G15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
