1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 27 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
