1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 22 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 436 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | Cube |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2530 mm |