1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Terrano (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 111 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
