1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
