1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 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 148 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 6274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 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 | 1900 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 |
