2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 26 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V 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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS-V | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
