1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1977 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3670 mm |
