1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 1985 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |