1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 624 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 816 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 |
