1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1 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 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Maxima |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |