1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (311 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Chronos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Chronos |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
