2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 898 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | CTS | Avenger |
Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |