1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara. 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, 2005 Toyota Solara, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara 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 | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Solara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
