1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 13 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Outback |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |