1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 29 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, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | Entourage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
