2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 463 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Vauxhall Ventora 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 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Avantime | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Avantime | Ventora |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |