1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1997 Lexus GS
To start off, 1997 Lexus GS is newer by 12 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, 1997 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 1997 Lexus GS | |
Make | Avanti | Lexus |
Model | Avanti | GS |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |