1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Chrysler Laser
To start off, both 1985 Avanti Avanti and 1985 Chrysler Laser were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler Laser. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 Chrysler Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chrysler Laser, 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chrysler Laser. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chrysler Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 1985 Chrysler Laser | |
Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
Model | Avanti | Laser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |