1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 and 1977 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 45 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
