1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 409 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 1976 Chrysler 1609 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Chevelle | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
