1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
