1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Escort |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
