2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
