2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Caprice |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |