1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 40 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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Avenger | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 158 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2120 mm |
