1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 16 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 108 L |
