1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3050 mm |
