2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 472 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
