1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 25 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 (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Acura TSX. 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, 2012 Acura TSX, 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 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Avanti | Acura |
| Model | Avanti | TSX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2708 mm |
