1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Rover 75, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Avanti | Rover |
Model | Avanti | 75 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |