2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 27 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 538 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Crossfire 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Crossfire Corona
Year Released 2005 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 331 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 130 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 972 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 61 L


 

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