2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 666 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | 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 | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2950 mm |
