1970 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1970 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 7,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 300 (370 HP) has 326 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Chrysler 300 (651 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 1970 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7209 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
