1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |