1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 27 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.

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, 2006 Toyota Avalon, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1979 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1979 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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