1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 25 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 97 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Avanti | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3052 mm |
