1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1977 Chrysler Avenger and 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1977 Chrysler Avenger 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 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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 Chrysler Avenger (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit 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. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Avenger | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |