2000 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1980 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
