1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 678 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2002 Honda City, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City 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.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | City |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |