2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 517 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.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Stratus (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
