2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2870 mm |