2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 989 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
