1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
