1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 15 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 520 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 1981 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chrysler |
Model | Bigua | Avenger |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |