1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 403 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.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (189 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Corona | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
