1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Ford Falcon. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Falcon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |