1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Outback |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2740 mm |