1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1984 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 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Corolla | 300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |