1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 296 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
