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Chevrolet Caprice Wagon

General information

ModelChevrolet Caprice Wagon
Year1978
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating69.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5002 ccm (305.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement5002 ccm (305.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power131.00 PS (96 kW or 129 HP) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Max torque333 Nm (34.0 kgf-m or 245.6 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0771 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5930 litres (1,567 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle14 m (535.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1700 kg (3,747.9 pounds)
Overall length5460 mm (215.0 inches)
Overall width2020 mm (79.5 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)
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