1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 23 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Kuga. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Kuga 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 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Kuga |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |