1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6057 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
