1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (160 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |
