1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
