1979 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 531 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
