1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 20 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | Sienna |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |