1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1973 Chrysler Valiant 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 Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
