1982 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 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, 1988 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| 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 | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
