1990 Chrysler ES vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler ES | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
