2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1973 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
