1981 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Avenger | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Avenger | 308 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
