1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 206 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 1984 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1984 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Murano |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |