1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Sedan 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 1974 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sedan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
