1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge AVENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 657 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge AVENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Corolla | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2765 mm |