1980 Audi Sport vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Sport | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
