1992 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
