1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
