1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Italdesign | Toyota |
Model | Nazca | Avensis |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |