1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | F-150 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |