1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus is newer by 19 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 197 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1988 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus, 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Avanti | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2810 mm |
