2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 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 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. 1980 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster 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:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | Boxster | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
