1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 27 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
