1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 20 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 437 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3310 mm |