2001 Renault Avantime vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Nova 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 163 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 960 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. 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 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avantime | Nova |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
