2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | SL | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
