1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 14 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 57 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 388 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon 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 | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
Make | Avanti | Mazda |
Model | Avanti | Sport Wagon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |