2009 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Avanti Avanti 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 1983 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1983 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A4 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
