1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Versa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
