2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Astro | Caprice |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |