2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 757 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1980 Toyota Carina has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Carina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Avantime | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
