1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Corolla | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3052 mm |
