1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 488 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Sedan | Equus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3045 mm |
