1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Caprice and 1985 Subaru XT were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 571 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 (346 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (196 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | XT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
