1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 291 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | 300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1609 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
