1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 66 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.
Because 1981 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
