1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 544 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Navara. 2006 Nissan Navara 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. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Navara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |