1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 91 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
