1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 23 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, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Avanti | Acura |
Model | Avanti | TL |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2776 mm |