1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 32 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 389 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Avanti | Dodge |
Model | Avanti | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3052 mm |