1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 26 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Avanti | Porsche |
Model | Avanti | 928 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |