2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 116 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Capri |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2570 mm |
