2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 970 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Crossfire | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |