1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
