2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 (332 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
