1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 22 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Avenger | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Avenger | GT1 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |