1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 26 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
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1985 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Outback |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |