1978 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Express |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
