1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1974 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1974 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | NV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3711 mm |
