1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 924. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 817 kg more than 1985 Porsche 924. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 924 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
