1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 14 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo, 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Avanti | Trofeo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |