1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Quest |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
