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Chrysler Avenger

General information

ModelChrysler Avenger
Year1981
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1295 ccm (79.02 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1295 ccm (79.02 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque93.00 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0682 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4010 litres (1,059 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length4150 mm (163.4 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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