1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger

To start off, 1981 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Avanti Avanti 1981 Chrysler Avenger
Make Avanti Chrysler
Model Avanti Avenger
Year Released 1978 1981
Engine Size 6568 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2500 mm


 

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