1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | MR2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |