1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1978 Chrysler Valiant 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 Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
