1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 300 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Avenger | AIV |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
