1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 19 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | F-450 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4379 mm |