1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Celebrity | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
