1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 24 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 406 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.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Avanti | Saturn |
| Model | Avanti | Vue |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
