1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 19 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Avanti | Infiniti |
| Model | Avanti | FX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
