1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1218 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Corona | Durango |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3043 mm |