1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 (346 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Venza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
