1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Quest |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |