1981 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
