1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Titan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |