1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 26 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Sky 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 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Avanti | Saturn |
Model | Avanti | Sky |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |