1980 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 15 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
