2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Razor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Razor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Razor has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Razor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Razor | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
