1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
