2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
