1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Express |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3440 mm |
