1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 533 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 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 1980 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
