1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | F-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |