1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
