1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Dodge | Avanti |
| Model | Intrepid | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
