1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1983 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 1983 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
