1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
