2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (87 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Capri |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2570 mm |
