2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1977 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (124 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2500 mm |
