1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
