1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 21 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 303 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |