1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1973 Toyota Corona

To start off, both 1973 Chrysler Sedan and 1973 Toyota Corona were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler Sedan 1973 Toyota Corona
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sedan Corona
Year Released 1973 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4340 cc 1808 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2510 mm


 

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