1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Avenger | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
