1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX 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 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | NSX |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |