1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 800 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Express |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
