1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 38 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3250 mm |
