2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Avalanche | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
