2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice

To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.

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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Caterham 7 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
Make Caterham Chevrolet
Model 7 Caprice
Year Released 2000 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 7200 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 460 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 3110 mm 5460 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 810 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2950 mm


 

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