1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 25 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 50 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Allion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
