1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2500 mm |
