1981 Chrysler Avenger vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Avenger | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Avenger | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
