1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Centura | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
