1980 Audi Sport 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 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 188 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Megane weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport 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 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Sport | Megane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
