1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 2010 Ford F-150
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Caprice F-150
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 168 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 2410 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2004 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1887 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 98 L


 

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