1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Falcon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |