2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Nissan | Avanti |
| Model | Hardbody | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
