1990 Chrysler ES vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 689 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler ES | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3246 mm |
