1995 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
