1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1980 Ford Capri
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Avenger (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 96 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
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 Chrysler Avenger (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1980 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | Capri |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
