1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 23 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.

Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Avanti Avanti 1998 Toyota Caldina
Make Avanti Toyota
Model Avanti Caldina
Year Released 1975 1998
Engine Size 6570 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 443 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2520 mm


 

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