1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 23 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | Zafira |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |