1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
