1971 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1984 Renault 5 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 1984 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
