1997 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1997 Acura Integra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 1980 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | Integra | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
