1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 334 kg more than 1985 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lincoln Continental (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Caprice | Continental |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |