1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Avanti | Dodge |
Model | Avanti | Durango |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 102 L |