1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
