1979 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 606 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler 1609. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1979 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1979 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 1609 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1609 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
