2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
