1976 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 384 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica. 1976 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Sedan | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Sedan | Celica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |