1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 327 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
