1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 31 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 306 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1982 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 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |