2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2950 mm |
