1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 204 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
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 Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | Century |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
