2001 Renault Avantime vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avantime | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
