1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Avenger | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avenger | 88 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
