2002 Acura CL vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1979 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Acura | Avanti |
Model | CL | Avanti |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |