1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 273 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Corolla | 300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3052 mm |
