1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2950 mm |
