1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 474 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.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3030 mm |
