1975 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
