1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 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 379 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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 (346 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
