2010 Ford F-150 vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1472 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.
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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | F-150 | Avenger |
Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2500 mm |