1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 656 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR-S has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Avanti | Toyota |
Model | Avanti | MR-S |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |