1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
