2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 12 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 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 114 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1058 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Avantime | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
