1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | E |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |