1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 34 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 450 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 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
