1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
