2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 494 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vizon | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
