1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Frontier |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |