1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1609 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1609 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
