1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 934 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Datsun 1800 has manual transmission. 1968 Datsun 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Caprice | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
