1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Corolla | 300 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |