2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 430 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
