1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 761 kg more than 1994 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
