1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
