2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
