1976 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
