1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 41 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2790 mm |
