1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 36 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Sedan.
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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sedan | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3240 mm |
