1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1980 Chrysler Avenger and 1980 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 137 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Chrysler | TVR |
Model | Avenger | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |