1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 23 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 61 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3060 mm |
