1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 17 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 626 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2880 mm |
