2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2950 mm |