1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 588 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Avanti | TVR |
Model | Avanti | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |