1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 864 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Dodge 3700 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
