1979 Renault 15 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 15 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
