1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 2,007 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 55 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica.
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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (130 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1609 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2007 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
