1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Sunny |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |