1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 691 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.
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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Avanti | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3645 mm |
