2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 803 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
