1999 Acura SLX vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 447 kg more than 1999 Acura SLX.
Because 1975 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 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX, 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura SLX. (312 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura SLX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | SLX | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3100 mm |
