1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 31 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 49 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2728 mm |
