1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 24 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | FR-V |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |