1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 704 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Avanti Avanti 2013 Nissan Titan
Make Avanti Nissan
Model Avanti Titan
Year Released 1979 2013
Engine Size 6570 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 313 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 443 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 2284 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5704 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2019 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1895 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3550 mm


 

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