2004 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1985 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | S4 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
