2007 Acura RL vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Acura | Avanti |
| Model | RL | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3400 mm |
