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 76 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 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. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 104 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 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 | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3090 mm |
