1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 19 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
