1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 793 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | E-250 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |