1980 Audi Sport vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport 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 225 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 21. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Sport | 21 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
