2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6057 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |