1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Focus |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3850 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |