2002 Lexus IS vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lexus IS | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Lexus | Avanti |
Model | IS | Avanti |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |