1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 25 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
