1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 623 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Caprice | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3520 mm |
