1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 21 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2009 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2776 mm |
