2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 526 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 1973 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 1973 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Hyundai | Avanti |
Model | Entourage | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |