1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 455 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Dodge | Avanti |
| Model | Durango | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
