1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 28 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 798 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Avanti | Dodge |
Model | Avanti | Ram |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 121 L |