1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano 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 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 Buick Verano, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Verano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
