1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 730 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2490 mm |
