1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (346 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Caprice | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
