2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1888 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | Sprinter | Avenger |
Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2500 mm |