1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 Honda CR-V, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Avanti | Honda |
Model | Avanti | CR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |