1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 646 kg more than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
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1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Xterra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |