1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | 300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
