1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
