1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 16 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.

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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Avanti Toyota
Model Avanti Hi-Ace
Year Released 1988 1999
Engine Size 5002 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1960 mm


 

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