1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1609 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
