1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
