2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
