1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
