2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 1991 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Avensis 1991 Toyota Supra
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Supra
Year Released 2008 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.8:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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