1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1975 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 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 | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
