2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 479 Nm | 115 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 996 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |