1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |