2006 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1965 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. 1965 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Avanti |
Model | Grandis | Avanti |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |