1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
