2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
