1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Altima |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
