1976 Renault 4 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 745 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
