1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon, 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Avalon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |