1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Sunny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |