1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
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, 1999 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
