1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 37 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |