1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 533 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler Sedan 2010 Toyota 4Runner
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Sedan 4Runner
Year Released 1973 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4340 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2053 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2789 mm


 

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