2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1533 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Capri |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |
