2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 940 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
