1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1977 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1977 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Sedan | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Sedan | Celica |
Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |