1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 15 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 676 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1986 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 1986 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Pod |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
