1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 28 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
