1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 648 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Dodge Phoenix | Silverado |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3645 mm |