1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 807 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1982 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 1982 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 807, 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 807. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
| Model | Avanti | 807 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
