1980 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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. 2012 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Avenger | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | Avenger | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3828 mm |
