2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 499 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (278 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
