1975 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
