2009 Audi A5 vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 809 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1989 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A5 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3400 mm |
