1987 Dodge 600 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1987 Dodge 600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge 600 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge 600 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
