1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 482 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Caprice | 604 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
