1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 83 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Supra | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
