1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 575 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
