1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Astro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
