1980 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1975 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
