1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 26 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (126 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 464 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu KB has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu KB 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 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Avanti | Isuzu |
Model | Avanti | KB |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2405 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3060 mm |