1985 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2012 Holden Caprice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Caprice (278 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate.
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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Caprice. (350 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2012 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Estate | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
