1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 557 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Avanti Avanti. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1973 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1973 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Avanti Avanti 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Avanti Chevrolet
Model Avanti Avalanche
Year Released 1973 2010
Engine Size 6570 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3310 mm