1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Renault 18 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 18 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |