1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 227 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Avenger | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3970 mm |
