1985 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1979 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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 965 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 | 55 L |
