1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 680 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Express |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |