1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 32 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |