1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2766 mm |
