1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Frontier |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3200 mm |