2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2335 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Excursion | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
