1982 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 8 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 25 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
