1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1610 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
