1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 10 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 554 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2610 mm |
