1980 Audi Sport vs. 1980 Renault 14

To start off, both 1980 Audi Sport and 1980 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 230 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. 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 1980 Renault 14. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 1980 Renault 14
Make Audi Renault
Model Sport 14
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.3 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 77 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm


 

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