1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 9 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 84 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Avanti | Subaru |
| Model | Avanti | SVX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
