2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 272 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
