1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 20 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 180 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.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Nitro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |