1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200, 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
