1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 565 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Caprice | Commodore |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |