1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
