1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 15 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
