1985 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
