1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1975 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1975 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Avanti Avanti 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Avanti Oldsmobile
Model Avanti Aurora
Year Released 1975 1995
Engine Size 6570 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 443 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2900 mm


 

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