1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Avenger | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | Avenger | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3078 mm |