1976 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 9 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
