1992 Chrysler TC vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Chrysler TC is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler TC (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler TC weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler TC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler TC | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | TC | Corona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
