1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 804 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Avenger | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
