1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
| Model | Avanti | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
