2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
