2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
