1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Caprice |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |