2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 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 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 357 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 838 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.
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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6057 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |