1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
