2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 24 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
