1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1973 Avanti Avanti 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Avanti Volkswagen
Model Avanti Tiguan
Year Released 1973 2010
Engine Size 6570 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2604 mm