1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 18 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, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
