1968 AMC AMX vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 477 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1977 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1977 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | AMX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
