2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
