1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 629 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanti | Touareg |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2893 mm |