2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
