2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 660 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 (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3060 mm |
