1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 638 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Avenger |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |