2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 953 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus, 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Stratus | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Stratus | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |