1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 6,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (286 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 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, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
