1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 17 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
