1985 Audi 200 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 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 22 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
