1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 25 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 464 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanti | Routan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3078 mm |
