1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 900 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Caprice | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
