1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Corvette |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2830 mm |