1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
