1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Quattro | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
