1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | F-150 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |