1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Nissan Pickup

To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1999 Nissan Pickup
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Caprice Pickup
Year Released 1991 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2960 mm


 

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