1990 Renault 4 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 4 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
