1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1988 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 324 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Quattro | 1988 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Audi | Avanti |
Model | Quattro | Avanti |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |