1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 17 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 602 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Ford 49 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | 49 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
