1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2850 mm |
