1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 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 Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
