1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 26 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Caprice | LS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
