1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 24 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, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 42 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.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Avanti | Lexus |
Model | Avanti | IS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2731 mm |