2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1748 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2838 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6337 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1965 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4018 mm | 2670 mm |
