1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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.
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1987 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Avanti | Hyundai |
Model | Avanti | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |