2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1739 kg more than 1979 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Escalade | Avenger |
Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5639 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1892 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2500 mm |