2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
