1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 649 kg more than 1981 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Avenger |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |