1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 60 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 541 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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, 1999 Acura EL, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL 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 | 1999 Acura EL | |
Make | Avanti | Acura |
Model | Avanti | EL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |