1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 840 kg more than 1969 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Laurel |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1813 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |