1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue is newer by 23 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, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue. 2001 Saturn Vue 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. 2001 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Avanti | Saturn |
Model | Avanti | Vue |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |