1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 1977 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Avensis |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |