1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius 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 116 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Prius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
