1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1930 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1985 Caterham 1700 has manual transmission. 1985 Caterham 1700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1700 | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3429 mm |
