1974 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 342 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Corona | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Corona | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2765 mm |