1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1988 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 330 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, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1988 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
