2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 864 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
