1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 22 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.

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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Avanti Avanti 2008 Toyota Sequoia
Make Avanti Toyota
Model Avanti Sequoia
Year Released 1986 2008
Engine Size 5002 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 203 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 3110 mm


 

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