1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 23 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 685 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |