1981 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
