1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Avanti | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avanti | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
