1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
Because 1980 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Avanti | Infiniti |
Model | Avanti | I |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |