1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 860 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |