1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1986 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Avenger | 245 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
