1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 513 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 900 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 |
