1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 30 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 181 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Avanti | Infiniti |
Model | Avanti | EX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2799 mm |