1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Windsor | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3240 mm |
