1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Avanti Avanti. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
