1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 33 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 383 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Quest |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3160 mm |
