1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
Because 1985 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra, 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Avanti | Acura |
| Model | Avanti | Integra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
