1954 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1954 Pontiac Star Chief has manual transmission. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Star Chief | Corona |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
