1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha is newer by 15 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha, 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
| Model | Avanti | Piranha |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
