1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 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 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
