1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 356 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Mustang | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2766 mm |
