2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
