1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 34 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |