1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 33 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Lumina |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |