1981 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928.
Because 1981 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime, 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 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 928 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 928 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
