1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
