1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 650 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | 17 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |