1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, both 1987 Avanti Avanti and 1987 Peugeot 305 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 111 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 680 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 305, 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 305. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 305. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1987 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1987 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Avanti Avanti | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Avanti | Peugeot |
Model | Avanti | 305 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |