1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Territory |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
