1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 760 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 2011 Toyota iQ, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | iQ |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 32 L |