1979 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |