1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 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, 1972 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Avenger | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
