1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2350 mm |