1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| 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 | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3710 mm |
