1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |