2009 BMW 118 vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
