1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Taurus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |