1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Express |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
