1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2639 mm |