1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corolla | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Corolla | 1609 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |