1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 1975 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Sedan | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Sedan | Starlet |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |