1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Because 1981 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 1981 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic, 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Avanti | Renault |
Model | Avanti | Trafic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3100 mm |