1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 20 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
