1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
