1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1070 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1980 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1980 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avenger | SL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
