1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 30 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 333 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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. 2009 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | Routan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
