1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 767 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Avanti | Dodge |
Model | Avanti | Ram |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3569 mm |