1985 Audi 200 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 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 | 1410 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
