1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Honda Stream
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream, 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Honda Stream | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Stream |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |