1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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 57 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Corolla, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
