2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
