1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
