1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 135 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 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
