1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Audi 4000

To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.

Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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