2002 Acura CL vs. 1988 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | CL | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1620 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
