1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Almera is newer by 24 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Nissan Almera. 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, 2004 Nissan Almera, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Almera. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Almera 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.
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1980 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Almera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |