1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 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 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Avanti Avanti 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Avanti Toyota
Model Avanti Avensis
Year Released 1978 2003
Engine Size 6568 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 204 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2710 mm


 

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