1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Camry 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 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |