1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1979 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1979 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Avenger | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Avenger | Cressida |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |