1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 161 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Sedan 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 1974 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sedan | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
