1981 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit

To start off, both 1981 Chrysler Avenger and 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.

Because 1981 Chrysler Avenger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1981 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1981 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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