1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 23 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 464 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.
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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3020 mm |
