1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler Avenger 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 1978 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Previa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
