2000 Acura Integra vs. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 25 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, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra 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 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 2000 Acura Integra, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
