1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 23 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 831 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | E-150 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |